Hybrid Defense Litigation Attorney — Medical & Life Sciences

Harris Beach Murtha; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Beach Murtha seeks a Legal Associate in New York City, with a focus on medical and life sciences litigation. The ideal candidate will have 6-10+ years in general/premises liability and product liability matters, with courtroom and deposition experience. Responsibilities include taking depositions, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. The salary ranges from $165,000 to $185,000 depending on the location, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the firm.

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years of first-chair deposition and courtroom experience in general/premises liability and/or product liability.
• Admitted in New York; New Jersey admission is a plus.
• Must have the ability to travel for in-person depositions and court conferences as needed.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions.
• Research various legal, medical, and scientific issues.
• Draft memoranda, briefs, and significant motions.
• Draft reports to clients, including analysis reports.
• Participate in trial, mediation, and ADR planning.
• Represent clients at courtroom appearances.

Skills

First-chair deposition experience

Courtroom experience

Excellent research skills

Strong writing skills

Effective verbal communication

Organizational skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Education

Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Zoom

MS Teams

Video-conferencing platforms

Job description

Harris Beach Murtha seeks a Legal Associate in New York City, with a focus on medical and life sciences litigation. The ideal candidate will have 6-10+ years in general/premises liability and product liability matters, with courtroom and deposition experience. Responsibilities include taking depositions, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court. The salary ranges from $165,000 to $185,000 depending on the location, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the firm.